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What does it mean?
Patrick declares rising through divine strength, the Trinity, and belief in the Creator.
In plain terms
He affirms his strength comes from God.
What can you take from it?
Invoke divine support for personal empowerment.

Where it applies

  • worship
  • ritual
  • personal prayer

Putting it to work

  • recite affirmations
  • meditate on the Trinity

Questions to consider

  • What sources of strength do you trust?
  • How do you express belief in higher powers?

Another view

The statement is theological and may not resonate with all readers.

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